Elaines Chili Con Carne Recipe

Directions:

1. If using dried beans, either soak overnight first, or boil in water just prior to cooking, adding the teaspoon of salt
2. If using canned beans, simply place in pot…
3. Brown the ground beef in a saucepan, adding the onion, cooking until onions are soft and beginning to brown
4. To a stock pot, add the drained beans.
5. Add the meat & onion mixture, can of tomatoes, tomato paste, fresh tomatoes, and mushrooms
6. Cook until fresh tomatoes are soft
7. Add the celery, carrot, red wine, and lemon juice
8. Continue cooking until all veggies are soft, and the chili is bubbling gently
9. Served with garlic toast, this dish makes a great main.